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Roman Carrara Marble Lioness

Circa 1780

$58,800
£44,862.95
€51,072.92
CA$82,644.05
A$90,845.95
CHF 47,693.69
MX$1,080,223.60
NOK 612,495.36
SEK 557,917.08
DKK 381,596.70

About the Item

Magnificent hand carved Carrara marble sculpture of a lioness head from Rome. Mounted on a metal base. Base 13.75"W x 12.25"D.
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 1780
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 18 in (45.72 cm)Depth: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2563213159932

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